"So, you're genuinely attempting to develop new carbon fiber materials?"
In the eting room, Zhang Jiachuan continued his questioning.
Hearing this, Ren Jian glanced toward Lin Xu's direction. He seed uncertain whether they should temporarily withhold information or lay all cards on the table.
Lin Xu had no such hesitation.
After all, these two materials would inevitably be revealed soon anyway.
Timing-wise, there was only a day or two's difference.
So preliminary exposure would actually benefit future comrcialization.
Securing official procurent orders in advance would be even better.
While governnt paynts could be problematic for large infrastructure projects, that certainly didn't apply to core aerospace initiatives like this.
Thus, he responded:
"Yes, we're developing industrial production thods for MX46 and PEEK-RTM materials."
The mont these words left his mouth, Zhang Jiachuan opposite him visibly froze.
"PEEK-RTM??"
"Liquid-molded PEEK material?"
His eyes carried clear skepticism.
"You've already... perfected this process?"
"The lab procedure is complete. Theoretically, industrial production shouldn't pose significant challenges."
"Projected costs can be reduced by over 65% compared to current thods."
"65%..."
Zhang Jiachuan slightly furrowed his brows.
"If liquid molding can truly enable large-scale PEEK production, combining with bio-based materials to further reduce costs, compressing it to around 40% does seem reasonable."
"But... you've had incredible luck??"
"How long was your R&D cycle?"
"Counting the full R&D period properly, it would be at least seven or eight years."
Lin Xu's reply left no openings.
"Though we only began large-scale investnt in the past two years, with accelerated progress during that period."
"Understood, makes sense."
A faint smile appeared on Zhang Jiachuan's face.
"In that case, perhaps we should exchange contact information first."
"Your factory is still in preparation phase, correct?"
"Actual material production is still so ti away."
"Let's stay in touch. When the process matures, we can revisit for further discussion?"
"Absolutely no problem."
Lin Xu nodded, casually pulling freshly printed business cards still slling of ink from his pocket and handing one over.
Zhang Jiachuan hadn't brought cards but politely took out his phone to call Lin Xu directly.
After exchanging numbers, the atmosphere noticeably relaxed.
So casual conversation later, as ti grew late, Zhang Jiachuan stood with Xu He to leave.
Before departing, he casually asked:
"Shall we schedule our next eting?"
"This project shows great promise. If you need any assistance from our side, we could certainly benefit from mutual exchange."
"Then how about..."
Lin Xu pondered briefly.
"The day after tomorrow."
"We'll begin trial production of the first batch then. You could co observe."
"If everything checks out during inspection, we can proceed with bidding considerations."
"Eh??"
Zhang Jiachuan looked utterly stunned.
"Wait."
"The day after tomorrow??"
"You'll have product ready by then?!"
"Yes, that's the current tiline."
Lin Xu turned to Ren Jian:
"Boss, no issues with this schedule?"
"None! We're monitoring the factory closely. All equipnt will be installed and debugged by 11pm tomorrow night."
"Hiss..."
Zhang Jiachuan sat back down.
"Then I'm not leaving yet."
"Let's discuss these materials in detail right now!"
"Including technical specifications, rough cost estimates and your projected pricing."
"We'll conduct preliminary evaluations."
"If everything looks suitable, I can submit the report imdiately after returning today!"
......
Two hours later, Lin Xu finally saw off the reluctant-to-leave Zhang Jiachuan.
Truth be told, Lin Xu knew little about materials science, nor did he understand fundantal principles, internal structures or material compositions.
Yet this didn't hinder their communication.
After all, Lin Xu had thoroughly morized the industrial manufacturing process docuntation.
Even if just regurgitating information chanically, there was plenty to discuss.
However, Lin Xu chose to keep critical processes and data confidential.
He had no intention of testing human nature, nor creating unnecessary complications.
Zhang Jiachuan took no offense—though equally passionate about new materials as soone in this field, he currently represented only an official procurent investigator.
Completing procurent tasks brought him greater benefits than obtaining unstable new material formulas.
Their discussion proceeded harmoniously, with preliminary cooperation plans drafted.
According to Zhang Jiachuan, if these materials t basic price and technical benchmarks, they likely wouldn't need complex bidding processes.
Simplified procedures to quickly finalize supply solutions were leadership's top priority.
If all went smoothly, this single procurent order could cover 80% of Donghua Chemical Fiber's annual capacity, with purchase amounts exceeding 400 million yuan.
This news delighted Ren Jian imnsely.
He'd been wondering how to penetrate the market, yet now without lifting a finger—before even producing anything—purchase intentions had arrived ahead of schedule...
This was what you called having powerful connections!
Truly powerful connections!
At this mont, Ren Jian felt profoundly grateful for his decisive decision-making.
The house?
What house?
That was rely his ante to join the ga!
After escorting Zhang Jiachuan's party out and watching their car depart, Ren Jian sighed emotionally to Lin Xu beside him:
"Comrade Lin Xu, would you say our cooperation has now achieved initial success?"
"Most likely."
Lin Xu nodded slightly.
"Though we don't know which project prompted their investigation—perhaps not any specific one."
"Regardless, reaching this stage usually ans smooth sailing ahead."
"You'll handle subsequent negotiations. While I'm unfamiliar with comrcial aspects, pricing should involve actuaries for calculations."
"Understood, rest assured about that!"
Ren Jian patted his chest emphatically:
"Including subsequent patent matters, I'll arrange everything properly."
"Your interests will absolutely take priority—if any issues or ideas arise, just tell directly!"
"Many thanks then!"
Lin Xu smiled and nodded at Ren Jian.
His smile appeared perfectly amiable, yet Ren Jian perceived an indescribable, enigmatic quality within it.
Ren Jian couldn't help sighing inwardly.
Ah, when would he ever truly integrate into this young man's social stratum...
His gaze grew sowhat complicated, though Lin Xu remained completely oblivious.
Lin Xu currently had only one thought:
The structural materials issue was essentially resolved.
But what about other technologies?
Star Voyager-1's challenges extended far beyond just "structural materials."
It was ti to initiate the next phase of planning!
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